Deputy Headteacher (Inclusion)

Strategic leadership for inclusion, belonging and high expectations. We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher to lead inclusion at Hillside Primary School and Nursery in Ipswich, a diverse and welcoming primary community within Active Learning Trust. This is a senior leadership role with real influence, shaping SEND, safeguarding, pastoral provision and support for disadvantaged pupils while contributing to the strategic direction and day-to-day leadership of the school. Working alongside the Headteacher and a committed leadership team, this role is about building inclusive systems, developing staff and ensuring that every child is known, supported and challenged to succeed. It will suit an experienced, values-led leader who combines professional rigour with warmth, and who is motivated by improvement, collaboration and making a lasting difference for children and families. Recruitment and retention and relocation allowances may be available for an exceptional candidate. Job Title: Deputy Headteacher (Inclusion) Location: Hillside Primary School Contract: Permanent, Full-time Salary: £66,368-£73,105 per annum Summary of Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for inclusion across the school, including SEND, safeguarding, pastoral care and support for disadvantaged pupils. Work closely with the Headteacher to shape the school’s vision, improvement priorities and day-to-day leadership, contributing fully as a senior leader. Lead, line manage and develop staff within inclusion, pastoral and safeguarding teams, building strong practice, accountability and professional confidence. Why Join Our Trust? Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play. Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children. Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pension scheme. Contact If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Rae Aldous, Director of Primary, on: 07909 546987. The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture. The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This po